MMDR & Mineral ConcessionIn force
Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
No. Act 67 of 1957Issued by Ministry of MinesDate 1957
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Summary
The MMDR Act, 1957 is the central law regulating the development and regulation of mines and minerals other than petroleum and natural gas. It governs the grant of mineral concessions (prospecting licences, mining leases and mineral auctions), royalty and the District Mineral Foundation, and empowers rules on mineral conservation and development. This consolidated version incorporates amendments through 2023.
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